The Maine market continues to be characterized by an imbalance of buyers and sellers, with ready, willing, and able buyers exceeding the available inventory for sale. Despite the imbalance, Maine has been moving closer to equilibrium, with notable shifts in negotiating terms and buyer leverage. There are more properties on the market for longer periods of time, giving buyers the opportunity to be selective and better positioned to secure favorable contract contingencies, such as financing and inspections. Appropriate listing prices have been and continue to be a critical driver of sales success. However, it is unclear how sustainable current conditions will be as inventory declines substantially through the winter months.
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